Brake Camshafts

Maintenance Manual 4
Cam Brakes and Automatic Slack Adjusters

Supersedes Maintenance Manual 4B, Automatic Slack Adjusters
Revised 01-05
Service Notes
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Meritor cam brakes and automatic slack adjuster.
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앫 A kit to convert Q Series cam brake shoes, except models with
4. Use special tools when required to help avoid serious personal
cast shoes, to Q Series brakes with quick change shoes
injury and damage to components.
앫 A kit to convert standard 16.5-inch Q Series cam brakes to
Hazard Alert Messages and Torque Symbols Q Plus™ cam brakes
WARNING
A Warning alerts you to an instruction or procedure that you
must follow exactly to avoid serious personal injury and
damage to components.
CAUTION
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must follow exactly to avoid damage to components.
@ This symbol alerts you to tighten fasteners to a specified torque

value.
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Contents
pg. i Asbestos and Non-Asbestos Fibers pg. 19 Section 4: Prepare Parts for Assembly
1 Section 1: Exploded Views Clean, Dry and Inspect Parts
15- and 16.5-Inch Q Plus™ and Q Series Cam Brakes Corrosion Protection
with Cast Spiders Inspect Parts
16.5-Inch Q Plus™ Cam Brake with Stamped Spiders Brakes
2 15-Inch Q Series Cam Brakes 20 Brake Drums
3 Cast Plus™ Cam Brake Automatic Slack Adjuster
4 16.5-Inch P Series Cam Brakes 21 Camshaft
5 15-Inch T Series Cam Brakes
6 Automatic Slack Adjusters
22 Section 5: Assembly and Installation
Assembly
8 Section 2: Introduction Automatic Slack Adjuster
Components and Operation 23 Installation
Cam Brakes Camshaft
Air Brake Chambers 24 Replace a Q Series or P Series Camshaft with a Q Plus™
Automatic Slack Adjusters Camshaft
Spring Brake Chambers Replace a Hammerclaw Camshaft with a Standard
Cam Brake Models Q Plus™ Camshaft
Q Plus™ Cam Brakes 25 Shoe Return Spring
Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brakes Automatic Slack Adjuster onto the Camshaft
9 Cast Plus™ Cam Brakes 26 Welded Clevis
Q Series Cam Brakes Threaded Clevis
P Series
27 Verify That the Slack Adjuster Angle is Correct
Converting 16.5-Inch Q Series Brakes to the Q Plus™
Template Method
Brake Design
28 Brake Slack Adjuster Position (BSAP) Method
10 How to Identify Q Plus™ and Q Series Cam Brakes
Brake Shoes
11 Automatic Slack Adjusters
29 Q Plus™ 15- and 16.5-Inch Brakes and Q Series
How an Automatic Slack Adjuster Works
16.5-Inch Brakes
Factory-Installed Automatic Slack Adjusters on Q Plus™
30 Q Series 15-Inch Cam Brake
LX500 and MX500 Cam Brake Packages
P Series and Cast Plus™ Cam Brakes
Handed and Unhanded Slack Adjusters
T Series Cam Brake
Pull Pawls
Clevis Types and Thread Sizes Drum and Wheel
12 Thread Sizes 31 Section 6: Adjustment
Meritor Automatic Slack Adjusters are Color-Coded to Adjust the Brakes
Brake Type and Air Chamber Size Measure Free Stroke
Mylar Tag — Current Design 32 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Guidelines
13 Color-Coded Tie Wrap — Previous Design Measure Push Rod Travel or Adjusted Chamber Stroke
When You Replace an Automatic Slack Adjuster 33 Alternate Method to Measure Push Rod Travel or Adjusted
14 Section 3: Removal and Disassembly Chamber Stroke
Removal CVSA North American Out-of-Service Criteria Reference
Wheel Components Tables
Automatic Slack Adjuster
15 Brake Shoes
17 Check the Camshaft Bushing for Wear
Verify That Cam-to-Bushing Free Play is Within
Specification
Removal
Automatic Slack Adjuster from the Camshaft
18 Disassembly
Contents
pg. 34 Section 7: Maintenance

Lubrication
Cam Brakes
35 Camshaft Bushings
Rollers and Anchor Pins
Automatic Slack Adjusters
At Brake Reline
Slack Adjusters Manufactured Before 1993
36 Grease Specifications
Anti-Seize Compound
Factory-Installed Automatic Slack Adjusters on Q Plus™
LX500 and MX500 Cam Brake Packages
37 Inspection and Maintenance Intervals
Adjust the Brakes
Reline the Brakes
Important Information on Linings and Primary Shoe
Locations
Use the Correct Lining Material
Single Axles
Tandem Axles
38 Combination Friction Linings
Primary Shoe Locations
Major Overhaul
Inspection
Before You Return the Vehicle to Service
40 Section 8: Diagnostics
Troubleshooting
41 Section 9: Specifications
Torque Specifications
Cam Brakes
Asbestos and Non-Asbestos Fibers
Figure 0.1
ASBESTOS FIBERS WARNING NON-ASBESTOS FIBERS WARNING

The following procedures for servicing brakes are recommended to reduce exposure to The following procedures for servicing brakes are recommended to reduce exposure to
asbestos fiber dust, a cancer and lung disease hazard. Material Safety Data Sheets are non-asbestos fiber dust, a cancer and lung disease hazard. Material Safety Data
available from ArvinMeritor. Sheets are available from ArvinMeritor.
Hazard Summary Hazard Summary
Because some brake linings contain asbestos, workers who service brakes must understand the Most recently manufactured brake linings do not contain asbestos fibers. These brake linings may
potential hazards of asbestos and precautions for reducing risks. Exposure to airborne asbestos contain one or more of a variety of ingredients, including glass fibers, mineral wool, aramid fibers,
dust can cause serious and possibly fatal diseases, including asbestosis (a chronic lung disease) ceramic fibers and silica that can present health risks if inhaled. Scientists disagree on the extent
and cancer, principally lung cancer and mesothelioma (a cancer of the lining of the chest or of the risks from exposure to these substances. Nonetheless, exposure to silica dust can cause
abdominal cavities). Some studies show that the risk of lung cancer among persons who smoke silicosis, a non-cancerous lung disease. Silicosis gradually reduces lung capacity and efficiency
and who are exposed to asbestos is much greater than the risk for non-smokers. Symptoms of and can result in serious breathing difficulty. Some scientists believe other types of non-asbestos
these diseases may not become apparent for 15, 20 or more years after the first exposure to fibers, when inhaled, can cause similar diseases of the lung. In addition, silica dust and ceramic
asbestos. fiber dust are known to the State of California to cause lung cancer. U.S. and international
Accordingly, workers must use caution to avoid creating and breathing dust when servicing agencies have also determined that dust from mineral wool, ceramic fibers and silica are potential
brakes. Specific recommended work practices for reducing exposure to asbestos dust follow. causes of cancer.
Consult your employer for more details. Accordingly, workers must use caution to avoid creating and breathing dust when servicing
brakes. Specific recommended work practices for reducing exposure to
Recommended Work Practices non-asbestos dust follow. Consult your employer for more details.
1. Separate Work Areas. Whenever feasible, service brakes in a separate area away from other Recommended Work Practices
operations to reduce risks to unprotected persons. OSHA has set a maximum allowable level of
exposure for asbestos of 0.1 f/cc as an 8-hour time-weighted average and 1.0 f/cc averaged over 1. Separate Work Areas. Whenever feasible, service brakes in a separate area away from other
a 30-minute period. Scientists disagree, however, to what extent adherence to the maximum operations to reduce risks to unprotected persons.
allowable exposure levels will eliminate the risk of disease that can result from inhaling asbestos 2. Respiratory Protection. OSHA has set a maximum allowable level of exposure for silica of 0.1
dust. OSHA requires that the following sign be posted at the entrance to areas where exposures mg/m3 as an 8-hour time-weighted average. Some manufacturers of non-asbestos brake linings
exceed either of the maximum allowable levels: recommend that exposures to other ingredients found in non-asbestos brake linings be kept
DANGER: ASBESTOS below 1.0 f/cc as an 8-hour time-weighted average. Scientists disagree, however, to what extent
CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD adherence to these maximum allowable exposure levels will eliminate the risk of disease that can
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY result from inhaling non-asbestos dust.
RESPIRATORS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Therefore, wear respiratory protection at all times during brake servicing, beginning with the
ARE REQUIRED IN THIS AREA. removal of the wheels. Wear a respirator equipped with a high-efficiency (HEPA) filter
2. Respiratory Protection. Wear a respirator equipped with a high-efficiency (HEPA) filter approved by NIOSH or MSHA, if the exposure levels may exceed OSHA or manufacturers’
approved by NIOSH or MSHA for use with asbestos at all times when servicing brakes, beginning recommended maximum levels. Even when exposures are expected to be within the maximum
with the removal of the wheels. allowable levels, wearing such a respirator at all times during brake servicing will help minimize
3. Procedures for Servicing Brakes. exposure.
a. Enclose the brake assembly within a negative pressure enclosure. The enclosure should be 3. Procedures for Servicing Brakes.
equipped with a HEPA vacuum and worker arm sleeves. With the enclosure in place, use the a. Enclose the brake assembly within a negative pressure enclosure. The enclosure should be
HEPA vacuum to loosen and vacuum residue from the brake parts. equipped with a HEPA vacuum and worker arm sleeves. With the enclosure in place, use the
b. As an alternative procedure, use a catch basin with water and a biodegradable, non- HEPA vacuum to loosen and vacuum residue from the brake parts.
phosphate, water-based detergent to wash the brake drum or rotor and other brake parts. b. As an alternative procedure, use a catch basin with water and a biodegradable, non-
The solution should be applied with low pressure to prevent dust from becoming airborne. phosphate, water-based detergent to wash the brake drum or rotor and other brake parts.
Allow the solution to flow between the brake drum and the brake support or the brake rotor The solution should be applied with low pressure to prevent dust from becoming airborne.
and caliper. The wheel hub and brake assembly components should be thoroughly wetted to Allow the solution to flow between the brake drum and the brake support or the brake rotor
suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake pads are removed. Wipe the brake parts and caliper. The wheel hub and brake assembly components should be thoroughly wetted to
clean with a cloth. suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake pads are removed. Wipe the brake parts
c. If an enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment is not available, employers may clean with a cloth.
adopt their own written procedures for servicing brakes, provided that the exposure levels c. If an enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment is not available, carefully clean
associated with the employer’s procedures do not exceed the levels associated with the the brake parts in the open air. Wet the parts with a solution applied with a pump-spray
enclosed vacuum system or brake washing equipment. Consult OSHA regulations for more bottle that creates a fine mist. Use a solution containing water, and, if available, a
details. biodegradable, non-phosphate, water-based detergent. The wheel hub and brake assembly
d. Wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH or MSHA for use with components should be thoroughly wetted to suppress dust before the brake shoes or brake
asbestos when grinding or machining brake linings. In addition, do such work in an area with pads are removed. Wipe the brake parts clean with a cloth.
a local exhaust ventilation system equipped with a HEPA filter. d. Wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved by NIOSH or MSHA when grinding or
e. NEVER use compressed air by itself, dry brushing, or a vacuum not equipped with a HEPA machining brake linings. In addition, do such work in an area with a local exhaust ventilation
filter when cleaning brake parts or assemblies. NEVER use carcinogenic solvents, system equipped with a HEPA filter.
flammable solvents, or solvents that can damage brake components as wetting agents. e. NEVER use compressed air by itself, dry brushing, or a vacuum not equipped with a HEPA
4. Cleaning Work Areas. Clean work areas with a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter or by wet filter when cleaning brake parts or assemblies. NEVER use carcinogenic solvents,
wiping. NEVER use compressed air or dry sweeping to clean work areas. When you empty flammable solvents, or solvents that can damage brake components as wetting agents.
vacuum cleaners and handle used rags, wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved 4. Cleaning Work Areas. Clean work areas with a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter or by wet
by NIOSH or MSHA for use with asbestos. When you replace a HEPA filter, wet the filter with a fine wiping. NEVER use compressed air or dry sweeping to clean work areas. When you empty
mist of water and dispose of the used filter with care. vacuum cleaners and handle used rags, wear a respirator equipped with a HEPA filter approved
5. Worker Clean-Up. After servicing brakes, wash your hands before you eat, drink or smoke. by NIOSH or MSHA, to minimize exposure. When you replace a HEPA filter, wet the filter with a
Shower after work. Do not wear work clothes home. Use a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter to fine mist of water and dispose of the used filter with care.
vacuum work clothes after they are worn. Launder them separately. Do not shake or use 5. Worker Clean-Up. After servicing brakes, wash your hands before you eat, drink or smoke.
compressed air to remove dust from work clothes. Shower after work. Do not wear work clothes home. Use a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter to
6. Waste Disposal. Dispose of discarded linings, used rags, cloths and HEPA filters with care, vacuum work clothes after they are worn. Launder them separately. Do not shake or use
such as in sealed plastic bags. Consult applicable EPA, state and local regulations on waste compressed air to remove dust from work clothes.
disposal. 6. Waste Disposal. Dispose of discarded linings, used rags, cloths and HEPA filters with care,
such as in sealed plastic bags. Consult applicable EPA, state and local regulations on waste
Regulatory Guidance disposal.
References to OSHA, NIOSH, MSHA, and EPA, which are regulatory agencies in the United States, Regulatory Guidance
are made to provide further guidance to employers and workers employed within the United
States. Employers and workers employed outside of the United States should consult the References to OSHA, NIOSH, MSHA, and EPA, which are regulatory agencies in the United States,
regulations that apply to them for further guidance. are made to provide further guidance to employers and workers employed within the United
States. Employers and workers employed outside of the United States should consult the
regulations that apply to them for further guidance.
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1 Exploded Views
15- and 16.5-Inch Q Plus™ and Q Series Cam Brakes with Cast Spiders
1 Exploded Views
Figure 1.1
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Item Description Item Description

1 Shoe and Lining Assembly 13 Cast Brake Spider
2 Shoe Retaining Spring 14 Chamber Bracket Seal
3 Anchor Pin Bushing 15 Camshaft and Chamber Bracket
4 Brake Shoe Anchor Pin 16 Chamber Bracket Capscrew
5 “S” Head Camshaft 17 Grease Fitting
6 Cam Head Washer 18 Thick Camshaft Washer
7 Camshaft Grease Seal 19 Automatic Slack Adjuster
8 Camshaft Bushing 20 Spacing Washer
9 Return Spring Pin 21 Camshaft Snap Ring
10 Brake Shoe Roller 22 Dust Shield
11 Shoe Roller Retainer 23 Dust Shield Capscrew
12 Brake Shoe Return Spring 24 Plug
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1 Exploded Views
16.5-Inch Q Plus™ Cam Brake with Stamped Spiders

Figure 1.2
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1 Shoe and Lining Assembly 15 Grade 8 Capscrew
2 Shoe Retaining Spring 16 Grease Fitting
3 Anchor Pin Bushing 17 Thick Camshaft Washer
4 Brake Shoe Anchor Pin 18 Automatic Slack Adjuster
5 “S” Head Camshaft 19 Spacing Washer
6 Cam Head Washer 20 Camshaft Snap Ring
7 Camshaft Seal 21 Dust Shield
8 Camshaft Bushing 22 Dust Shield Capscrew
9 Return Spring Pin 23 Hard Washer (4)
10 Brake Shoe Roller 24 Grade 8 Nut (4)
11 Shoe Roller Retainer 25 Camshaft Bushing
12 Brake Shoe Return Spring 26 Camshaft Seal
13 Stamped Brake Spider 27 Thin Spacing Washer
14 Camshaft and Chamber Bracket
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1 Exploded Views
15-Inch Q Series Cam Brakes

Figure 1.3
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1 Camshaft 15 Anti-Rattle Clips
2 Cam Head Washer 16 Shoe Return Spring
3 Camshaft Grease Seal 17 Brake Shoe Rollers
4 Camshaft Bushing 18 Brake Shoe Anchor Pins
5 Camshaft Bracket 19 Support Plate
6 Camshaft Bracket Nut 20 Backing Plate
7 Grease Fitting 21 Anchor Pin Washer
8 Spacing Washer 22 Anchor Pin Nut
9 Automatic Slack Adjuster 23 Dust Shield
10 Camshaft Spacers 24 Shoe Clip Bolt
11 Hardened Washer 25 Camshaft Bracket Bolt
12 Camshaft Snap Ring 26 Clip-to-Backing Plate Nut
13 Shoe Retaining Spring 27 Dust Shield Capscrew
14 Shoe and Lining Assembly 28 Dust Shield Nut
2 Meritor Maintenance Manual 4 (Revised 01-05)

1 Exploded Views
Cast Plus™ Cam Brake

Figure 1.4
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4003032b
15

1 Camshaft 12 Brake Shoe Return Spring
2 Cam Head Washer 13 Anchor Pin Set Screw
3 Camshaft Seal 14 Anchor Pin Set Screw Lock Wire
4 Camshaft Bushing 15 Chamber Bracket Seal
5 Anchor Pin Bushing 16 Chamber Bracket
6 Brake Spider 17 Chamber Bracket Capscrew
7 Brake Shoe Roller 18 Slack Adjuster
8 Brake Shoe and Lining Assembly 19 Snap Ring
9 Anchor Pin 20 Camshaft Spacing Washers
10 Anchor Pin Washer
11 Anchor Pin Snap Ring

1 Exploded Views
16.5-Inch P Series Cam Brakes

Figure 1.5
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1 Brake Spider 13 Camshaft Bracket Seal
2 Shoe and Lining Assembly 14 Camshaft and Chamber Bracket
3 Brake Shoe Return Spring 15 Camshaft Bracket Capscrew
4 Anchor Pin Snap Ring 16 Grease Fitting
5 Brake Shoe Anchor Pin 17 Automatic Slack Adjuster
6 Anchor Pin Bushing 18 Spacing Washer
7 “S” Head Camshaft 19 Camshaft Snap Ring
8 Cam Head Washer 20 Dust Shield
9 Camshaft Grease Seal 21 Dust Shield Capscrew
10 Camshaft Bushing 22 Plug
11 Return Spring Pin
12 Cam Roller

1 Exploded Views
15-Inch T Series Cam Brakes

Figure 1.6
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1 Camshaft 13 Anti-Rattle Spring Retainer
2 Cam Head Washer 14 Anti-Rattle Spring
3 Camshaft Grease Seal 15 Anti-Rattle Rod
4 Bushing 16 Shoe and Lining Assembly
5 Camshaft and Chamber Bracket 17 Shoe Return Spring
6 Bracket Lock Washer 18 Brake Shoe Roller
7 Bracket Nut 19 Anchor Pin Snap Ring
8 Spacing Washer 20 Brake Shoe Anchor Pin
9 Automatic Slack Adjuster 21 Anchor Pin Washer
10 Spacer Washer 22 Anchor Pin Nut
11 Hardened Washer 23 Backing Plate
12 Camshaft Snap Ring 24 Dust Shield Capscrew

1 Exploded Views

Current Model
Figure 1.7
BOOT
SMALL
CLEVIS PIN
ACTUATOR ROD
PISTON RETAINING
LARGE RING ACTUATOR
CLEVIS PIN ROLLER, PIN ASSEMBLY
RETAINER CLIP
ACTUATOR PISTON
ACTUATOR,
ADJUSTING SLEEVE
SMALL
LARGE CLEVIS PIN
CLEVIS PIN RETAINER
CLIP
STRAIGHT HOUSING
OR OFFSET
CLEVIS
WORM GEAR
BUSHING
GASKET MANUAL
ADJUSTING
NUT, END
OF WORM
PULL PAWL ASSEMBLY
WORM
RETAINING
RING
FACE
SEAL
Parts are not serviceable.
GEAR
GREASE WORM
RETAINER/SEAL FITTING GREASE
4002834b
SEAL

1 Exploded Views
Cutaway View
Figure 1.8
PUSH LARGE
ROD CLEVIS
PIN LARGE CLEVIS PIN
BRAKE AIR CLEVIS RETAINER CLIP
CHAMBER
SMALL CLEVIS PIN
RETAINER CLIP
SMALL CLEVIS PIN
JAM ACTUATOR ROD

NUT
BOOT
BOOT RETAINING
HOUSING CLAMP
PISTON
ROLLER, PIN RETAINING RING
ACTUATOR PISTON
ACTUATOR,
ADJUSTING SLEEVE
PULL PAWL ASSEMBLY

Correct position for “unhanded” design.
Shown 90˚ out of position for handed design.
GEAR
GASKET
WORM
GREASE FITTING WORM RETAINING

RING
GEAR RETAINER/SEAL WORM GREASE SEAL
MANUAL ADJUSTING
NUT, END OF WORM 4002835b
Offset Clevis with Helper Spring

Figure 1.9
OFFSET CLEVIS CLEVIS

LARGE COTTER
CLEVIS PIN PIN SPRING
Use with
type 9 and 12
air chambers. LARGE
CLEVIS
PIN
ACTUATOR ROD
SPRING SLACK
ADJUSTER
SMALL ARM
CLEVIS PIN 4002835c

2 Introduction
Components and Operation Cam Brake Models

2 Introduction
Cam Brakes Q Plus™ Cam Brakes

Cam brakes are air-operated brakes — and the type of brake that is Q Plus™ cam brakes are designed with an S-camshaft, heavy-duty
most commonly used in the commercial vehicle market. A cam return springs and thicker linings. Q Plus™ brakes are compatible
brake consists of an air brake chamber and bracket, automatic slack with Meritor Q Series brakes on tractors and trailers. Figure 2.1.
adjuster, S-camshaft, brake hardware, shoes and linings, spider and
brake drum. Figure 2.1
At brake actuation, the S-cam rotates and pushes rollers located on

the brake shoes against the brake drum. When a brake shoe is
forced into the drum, friction slows the movement of the drum to
stop the vehicle.
Air Brake Chambers

The vehicle supplies air to the brake system. When you push the
brake pedal, a valve activates that uses compressed air to apply the
brakes through the air brake chamber at each wheel end. Air brake 4000317n
chambers are specified by size for a particular brake and axle load. Figure 2.1
For example, a lightly-loaded steering axle might use a small
chamber, while a heavily-loaded drive axle would use a larger Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brakes
chamber.
Q Plus™ LX500 cam brakes include an Extended Lube Feature to
An air chamber also has a limited stroke movement, which is why help reduce wear and maintenance. Q Plus™ MX500 cam brakes
maintaining cam brake adjustment is critical. The commercial include a Long Life package that requires no lubrication or lining
vehicle industry uses two types of air brake chambers: the maintenance. Both brakes include factory-installed automatic slack
standard-stroke chamber and the long-stroke chamber. The adjusters. Figure 2.2.
long-stroke chamber has more stroke movement than the
For complete maintenance and service information for Q Plus™
standard-stroke chamber.
LX500 and MX500 cam brakes, refer to Maintenance Manual
MM-96173, Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brakes. To obtain
this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside
To adjust the brake as it wears, and help ensure the air brake cover of this manual.
chamber can produce enough actuation force, an automatic slack
adjuster adjusts the amount of slack, or free play, in the brake. This Figure 2.2
adjustment is critical in air brakes, because with too little slack, the
brake may drag and overheat. If there is too much slack, the brake
may not generate enough braking effort to safely stop the vehicle.
Spring Brake Chambers

An air brake system requires parking brakes and emergency braking
if the air system malfunctions; for example, if an air line ruptures.
When the spring brake activates, air pressure is released to the
spring brake chamber, which uses mechanical spring pressure as a
braking force. The spring brake can be actuated automatically by
low pressure, or it can be controlled mechanically to use as a 4003575n
parking brake.
Figure 2.2

2 Introduction
Cast Plus™ Cam Brakes Figure 2.5
Cast Plus™ cam brakes use single-piece cast shoes and thicker
linings, which provide resistance to heat-related wear in heavy-duty
coach and off-road applications. Figure 2.3.
Figure 2.3
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Figure 2.5
Converting 16.5-Inch Q Series Brakes to the

Q Plus™ Brake Design
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Meritor replaced the Q camshaft with the Q Plus™ camshaft in all
Figure 2.3 16.5-inch Q Series brakes manufactured since 1994. You can
convert 16.5-inch Q Series brakes manufactured before 1994 to the
Q Series Cam Brakes Q Plus™ brake design by changing the shoe and lining assembly,
Q Series cam brakes are equipped with open anchor pins for the shoe return spring and the camshaft. Meritor recommends you
quick change service. Q Series brakes are compatible with Meritor install a new camshaft bushing whenever you replace a camshaft.
Q Plus™ brakes on tractors and trailers. Figure 2.4. However, major design differences — brake offset, single-web
versus double-web shoes, a backing plate versus a brake spider,
Figure 2.4
differences in camshaft diameters and splines — will not allow you

to convert 15-inch Q Series brakes to the Q Plus™ design by
replacing individual parts. Also refer to Figure 2.6.
In addition, replacing an entire 15-inch Q Series brake assembly
with a 15-inch Q Plus™ brake assembly also could require a
different drum, depending on the original equipment manufacturer
(OEM) and the brand of drum installed with the Q Series brakes.
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Figure 2.4
P Series
P Series cam brakes are available in 16.5- and 18-inch diameters,
with 7-inch wide cast shoes and 0.75-inch tapered brake linings.
Figure 2.5.

2 Introduction
How to Identify Q Plus™ and Q Series Cam Brakes

Differences Between the Brakes
Figure 2.6
Q PLUS™ BRAKES Q SERIES BRAKES

FMSI NO. 4707 28 RIVET HOLES 32 RIVET HOLES
PLUS-SHAPED HOLES (+) IN TABLE IN TABLE FMSI NO. 4515G
STAMPED IN TABLE
MERITOR NO BULGE MERITOR BULGE
16.5 Q PLUS™ 16.5 Q SERIES ON WEB
ON WEB
16.5 Q PLUS™ 16.5 Q SERIES

STAMPED ON WEB STAMPED ON WEB
SHOE TAG
SHOE TAG
16.5" X 7" Q PLUS™ SHOE 16.5" X 7" Q SHOE
CAM DEEPER POCKET CAM 1.378 DIA.

TIP TO TIP = 4.25" TIP TO TIP = 4.22"
1.18 DIA. 16.5 INCREASED

Q PLUS™ LIFT
LOCATED HERE
16.5" Q PLUS™ CAMSHAFT (1.5" DIA.-28 SPLINES) 16.5" Q CAMSHAFT (1.5" DIA.-10 OR 28 SPLINES)
16 RIVET
HOLES IN
TABLE FMSI NO. 1308 USED WITH
FMSI NO. 4702 14 RIVET BACKING PLATE
USED WITH SPIDER HOLES
MERITOR MERITOR
15 Q PLUS™ IN TABLE 15 Q SERIES BULGE ON WEB
SINGLE WEB
15 Q PLUS™ NO BULGE
ON WEB 15 Q SERIES
STAMPED
STAMPED ON WEB
ON WEB
DOUBLE WEB
15" X 4" Q PLUS™ SHOE 15" X 4" Q SHOE
CAM PART NUMBER DEEPER CAM 1.164 DIA.

TIP TO TIP = 3.38" LOCATED HERE POCKET TIP TO TIP = 3.25" PART NUMBER
LOCATED HERE
0.988 DIA.
15 INCREASED
Q PLUS™ LIFT
LOCATED HERE
15" Q PLUS™ CAMSHAFT (1.5" DIA.-28 SPLINES) 15" Q CAMSHAFT (1.25" DIA.-10 OR 24 SPLINES)
4005132a
Figure 2.6
Table A: Component Combinations

Camshafts Shoes Return Springs
Q Plus™ Q Plus™ Heavy-duty (blue)
Q Series Standard (orange)
Q Series Q Series Standard (orange)

2 Introduction
Automatic Slack Adjusters Handed and Unhanded Slack Adjusters

Since January 1993, some parts of Meritor automatic slack There are two automatic slack adjuster designs: handed and
adjusters are not serviceable or interchangeable with parts from unhanded. Handing refers only to the location of the pawl for
earlier models. Refer to Section 1 for more information. clearance issues on the vehicle. For most applications, install a
handed automatic slack adjuster so that the pawl faces INBOARD
Never mix automatic slack adjusters on the same axle. Always use
on the vehicle.
replacement parts that were originally designed for the brake
system to help ensure maximum brake performance. The pawl can be on either side or on the front of the slack adjuster
housing. Figure 2.8.
How an Automatic Slack Adjuster Works
Figure 2.8
When you install an automatic slack adjuster, you set the brake
chamber stroke measurement, which is the correct shoe-to-drum UNHANDED
clearance. Figure 2.7. When linings wear, this clearance increases,
and the air chamber push rod return stroke must exceed design
limits and move farther to apply the brakes. HANDED
When this happens, the slack adjuster will automatically adjust the
PAWL
return stroke to maintain the correct shoe-to-drum clearance, and
reset the stroke to the correct length. If the air brake chamber push
rod stroke is within limits during operation, no adjustment occurs. PRY UP
PULL PAWL
4002837c
Figure 2.7
Figure 2.8
Pull Pawls
Pull pawls are spring loaded. Pry the pull pawl at least 1/32-inch to
disengage the teeth. Figure 2.8. When you remove the pry bar, the
pull pawl will re-engage automatically.
Clevis Types and Thread Sizes

A one-piece, threaded clevis is standard equipment on most Meritor
automatic slack adjusters, including factory-installed slack adjusters
on Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 cam brakes, and all service
4002836a replacement parts.
Figure 2.7 Meritor automatic slack adjusters and clevises are designed to be
used as a system. Always use genuine Meritor replacement parts.
Factory-Installed Automatic Slack Adjusters on Although parts from other manufacturers can look the same,
Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brake Packages differences can exist that will affect brake system performance.
Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 brake packages include

factory-installed automatic slack adjusters that do not have grease
fittings, and lubrication intervals differ from conventional slack
adjusters. Refer to Maintenance Manual MM-96173, Q Plus™
LX500 and MX500 Cam Brakes, for complete information. To obtain
this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside
cover of this manual.

2 Introduction
A long-stroke clevis is olive green; a standard-stroke clevis is Long-Stroke Clevis for a Long-Stroke Air Chamber
yellow-gold. The difference between the length of a standard- and Only install a long-stroke clevis onto a long-stroke air chamber.
long-stroke clevis is 0.080-inch (2.03 mm). Figure 2.9. The large clevis hole in a long-stroke clevis is positioned 0.080-inch
(2.03 mm) different from a standard clevis. Figure 2.9.
Figure 2.9
OLIVE GREEN COLOR Color-Coded Clevis and Air Chamber Push Rod
To help you install the correct clevis for the size of the air chamber,
the clevis and air chamber are color-coded.
앫 A standard-stroke air chamber clevis is yellow-gold.
앫 A long-stroke clevis is olive green.
STANDARD CLEVIS
LONG-STROKE CLEVIS
There is a 0.080" (2.03 mm) difference Thread Sizes
between the large and small clevis holes. Straight and offset clevis designs are available in two thread sizes,
Notice the large pin is engaged and the
small pin is 0.080" (2.03 mm) off. including metric threads, to match push rod threads.
Long-Stroke Standard-Stroke Table B: Thread Sizes

Chamber Clevis Chamber Clevis
(1.30") 1.30" (1.38") 1.38" Chambers Thread Sizes
9, 12, 16 1/2"-20 UNF
20, 24, 30, 36 5/8"-18 UNF
4005004a
Meritor Automatic Slack Adjusters are
Figure 2.9
Color-Coded to Brake Type and Air
Standard Clevis for a Standard Air Chamber
Chamber Size
Meritor uses either black, red, yellow, green or blue to color-code an
A standard clevis can be either straight or offset. If service
automatic slack adjuster’s internal actuator piston according to
replacement is required, replace a straight clevis with a straight
brake type and air chamber size.
clevis and an offset clevis with an offset clevis to maintain the
correct brake design and set up. Figure 2.10. Meritor uses a mylar tag on the body of the current-design slack
adjuster to identify the color of the internal actuator piston.
Figure 2.10
OFFSET
Mylar Tag — Current Design
CLEVIS A mylar tag is attached to the current-design slack adjuster with a
press-in boot. The color of the actuator piston is printed on the
mylar tag. Figure 2.11.
Figure 2.11
CURRENT DESIGN
STRAIGHT MYLAR TAG
CLEVIS
THREADS 4002841a
Figure 2.10
4003395b
Figure 2.11

2 Introduction
Color-Coded Tie Wrap — Previous Design

On previous-design slack adjusters, a color-coded tie wrap attaches
the boot to the slack adjuster body. The tie wrap color matches the
color of the actuator piston. Figure 2.11.
Important Note
While in service, it is possible that the boot’s tie wrap might have
been replaced with a tie wrap of a different color than originally
installed at manufacture. If this happens, the tie wrap will not
correctly identify the brake type and air chamber size.
Meritor recommends that you remove the boot from the slack
adjuster to determine the color of the actuator piston, which
identifies the brake type and air chamber size.
When You Replace an Automatic Slack Adjuster

The original equipment manufacturer paints the chassis and slack
adjusters black, which includes the mylar tag or tie wrap, depending
on the slack adjuster model.
When you replace an automatic slack adjuster, the color of the
actuator piston on the new slack adjuster must match the color of
the actuator piston on the in-service slack adjuster you’ll replace.
Check either the mylar tag or color-coded tie wrap attached to the
body of the new slack adjuster to identify the color of the actuator
piston. To ensure a correct installation, this color must match the
color of the actuator piston on the in-service slack adjuster
you’ll replace.
앫 If you are unsure of the color of the actuator piston on the
in-service slack adjuster: Remove the piston boot to see the
color of the actuator piston to ensure a correct installation. The
color must be the same as the new slack adjuster you’ll install.
For a complete color-coding list, refer to Parts Catalog PB-8857,
Brake, Trailer Axle and Wheel Attaching Parts. To obtain this
publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside

3 Removal and Disassembly
Hazard Alert Messages 4. Verify that no air pressure remains in the service chamber.
Sudden release of pressurized air can cause serious personal

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in
injury and damage to components.
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.
WARNING The Slack Adjuster Was Not Manufactured by Meritor
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection Refer to the slack adjuster manufacturer’s service procedures.
when you perform vehicle maintenance and service.
The Slack Adjuster Was Manufactured by Meritor
ASBESTOS AND NON-ASBESTOS
FIBERS WARNING CAUTION
Some brake linings contain asbestos fibers, a cancer and lung You must disengage a pull pawl before rotating the manual
disease hazard. Some brake linings contain non-asbestos adjusting nut, or you will damage the pawl teeth. A damaged
fibers, whose long-term effects to health are unknown. You pawl will not allow the slack adjuster to automatically adjust
must use caution when you handle both asbestos and brake clearance. Replace damaged pawls before putting the
non-asbestos materials. vehicle in service.
Removal 1. Disengage the pull pawl. Use a screwdriver or equivalent tool to

pry the pull pawl at least 1/32-inch (0.8 mm) to disengage the
Wheel Components teeth from the actuator. Figure 3.1.
WARNING
Figure 3.1
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to PAWL

prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the vehicle with
safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by
jacks. Jacks can slip or fall over. Serious personal injury and
PRY UP
damage to components can result. PULL PAWL
4000331c
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent
the vehicle from moving. Figure 3.1
2. Use a jack to raise the vehicle so that the wheels to be serviced

are off the ground. Support the vehicle with safety stands. 2. Use a wrench to turn the manual adjusting nut CLOCKWISE
until the brake shoes are fully retracted, and the lining clears
the drum. Figure 3.2.
WARNING
Before you service a spring chamber, carefully follow the Figure 3.2
manufacturer’s instructions to compress and lock the spring to

completely release the brake. Verify that no air pressure
remains in the service chamber before you proceed. Sudden
release of compressed air can cause serious personal injury
and damage to components.
3. If the brake has spring chambers, carefully cage and lock the
spring, so that it can’t actuate during assembly. Follow the
chamber manufacturer’s instructions to completely release the
CLOCKWISE
brake.
4000333f
Figure 3.2

WARNING Figure 3.4
When you remove a clevis pin that has a spring, hold the
spring with pliers. The spring can disengage from the clevis
with enough force to cause serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Always replace used clevis pin retainer clips with new ones
when you service an automatic slack adjuster or air chamber.
Do not reuse retainer clips. When you remove a retainer clip,
it can bend out of shape and lose retention. Damage to
components can result. 4000335a
Figure 3.4
3. Remove both clevis pins, and retainer clips or cotter pins. Move
the slack adjuster away from the clevis. Discard the retainer
4. Rotate the bottom shoe to release the tension on the brake
clips and cotter pins and replace them with new ones.
shoe retainer springs. Figure 3.5.
4. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to remove the wheel
and drum from the axle. Figure 3.5
Brake Shoes
All Q Plus™ and Q Series 15-Inch and 16.5-Inch Brakes
1. Push DOWN on the bottom brake shoe. Pull on the brake shoe
roller retainer clip to remove the bottom roller. Figure 3.3.
Figure 3.3
4000336a
Figure 3.5
5. Remove the shoe retainer springs and the brake shoes.

6. Use the correct bushing driver tool to remove the anchor pin
bushings from the spider.
4000334a
Figure 3.3
2. Lift the top brake shoe and pull on the brake shoe roller
retainer clip to remove the top roller.
3. Lift the bottom shoe to release the tension on the brake shoe
return spring. Figure 3.4.

P Series and Cast Plus™ Brakes Figure 3.8
Some trailer axle P Series brakes have anchor pins that are secured
with lock pins. Use a steel rod to make a tool to drive out the lock
pins. Figure 3.6. The current anchor pin arrangement is shown in
Figure 3.7. Earlier P Series brakes can include additional parts.
Figure 3.6
TRAILER AXLE P SERIES BRAKE
4000339a
LOCK
PINS Figure 3.8
3. Rotate the top shoe to release the tension on the brake shoe
5"
1/8" return spring. Remove the shoe. Figure 3.9.
3/16" 9/32"
4000337a Figure 3.9
Figure 3.6
Figure 3.7
BUSHING
SNAP RING
1225-B-496
1229-D-2942
(0.093")
ANCHOR PIN
1259-N-1132
(CAST SHOE) 4000340a
ANCHOR PIN
1259-M-1131
(FABRICATED SHOE) Figure 3.9
WASHER
1229-B-1848 4. Use a brass drift to remove the bottom anchor pin. Remove the
(0.060")
4000338b bottom shoe. If necessary, remove the rollers. Figure 3.10.
Figure 3.7
Figure 3.10
1. Remove the anchor pin snap ring, washer, retainer, felts, seals
or capscrews as required.
WARNING
Use a brass or synthetic mallet for assembly and disassembly
procedures. Do not hit steel parts with a steel hammer. Pieces
of a part can break off. Serious personal injury and damage to
components can result.
4000341a
2. Use a brass drift to remove the top anchor pin. Figure 3.8.
Figure 3.10

T Series Cam Brakes Removal

1. Remove the anti-rattle spring retainer and spring from the
anti-rattle rod. Automatic Slack Adjuster from the Camshaft
1. Remove the snap ring, washers and spacers from the
2. Push DOWN on the bottom brake shoe to provide enough
camshaft.
clearance to remove the bottom brake shoe roller. Remove
the roller. 2. Remove the slack adjuster from the camshaft.
3. Lift the top brake shoe. Remove the top brake shoe roller. 3. Remove the camshaft from the spider.
Remove the anchor pin snap ring and the anchor pin. 앫 If you’ll replace the camshaft bushings and seals:
4. Rotate the bottom shoe to release the tension on the brake Use the following procedure.
shoe retainer springs. Remove the shoe retainer springs and A. Use a seal removal tool to remove the inner and outer
the brake shoes. camshaft seals.
B. Use the correct bushing puller tool to remove the inner
Check the Camshaft Bushing for Wear
and outer camshaft bushings.
Verify That Cam-to-Bushing Free Play is Within
Specification CAUTION
You must turn the adjusting nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE when
1. Before you remove the automatic slack adjuster and
you check gear torque on an automatic slack adjuster. If you
camshaft, verify that cam-to-bushing radial free play is within
turn the adjusting nut incorrectly, you will damage the pawl
specification. Figure 3.11. Because the bushing wears in one
teeth. A damaged pawl will prevent the slack adjuster from
direction, it is important to rotate the camshaft in all directions
automatically adjusting the clearance between the linings and
when you check for radial free play.
drum. Damage to components can result.
Figure 3.11
4. Check the slack adjuster gear torque. Use a lb-in torque

wrench and turn the adjusting nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE
(Figure 3.12) to rotate the gear 360 degrees, or 22 turns of the
wrench, as you read the torque scale on the wrench. The value
should be less than 25 lb-in (2.83 N폷m) as you rotate the gear.
앫 If the torque value is less than 25 lb-in (2.8 N폷m) as you
0.030" rotate the gear: The slack adjuster is operating correctly.
(0.76 MM)
앫 If the torque value exceeds 25 lb-in (2.8 N폷m) as you
rotate the gear: Replace the slack adjuster.
4000342a Figure 3.12
Figure 3.11 22 TURNS
2. Use a dial indicator to verify that cam-to-bushing free play is

0.030-inch (0.76 mm) or less.
앫 If radial free play is less than 0.030-inch (0.76 mm):
Do not replace the bushings and seals.
ROTATE GEAR 360°
앫 If radial free play is more than 0.030-inch (0.76 mm):
4000344a
Replace the bushings and seals.
Figure 3.12

Disassembly Figure 3.15
PIN
1. Use a punch and hammer to tap the metal boot retaining ring PISTON
from the slack adjuster housing.
2. Remove the boot from the housing. Pull the actuator assembly
from the housing. Figure 3.13.
ACTUATOR ROD
Figure 3.13
4002845a
Figure 3.15
7. Inspect the clevis bushing in the slack adjuster arm for wear or
damage. Replace a worn or damaged bushing. Check the
bushing’s diameter to ensure it does not exceed 0.531-inch
(13.5 mm). Figure 3.16.
앫 If the bushing’s diameter exceeds 0.531-inch
(13.5 mm): Replace the bushing.
4002843a
Figure 3.16
Figure 3.13 BUSHING
3. Use a small screwdriver to push down on one side of the piston

retaining ring to force the ring out of the groove. Figure 3.14.
Figure 3.14
Pull ring out.

Push ring down.
4005278a
Figure 3.16
8. Use a small screwdriver to remove the grease seal from around

the worm bore. Figure 3.17. Discard the seal. Install a new
4002844a seal when you assemble the slack adjuster.
Figure 3.14
Figure 3.17
4. Extend the coils of the ring. Use pliers to unwind the ring and
pull it out of the groove. Use a new ring when you assemble the
slack adjuster. Figure 3.14.
5. Pull the actuator rod, piston and pin from the actuator.
6. Remove the pin from the rod and piston, if necessary.
Figure 3.15.
4002846a
Figure 3.17

4 Prepare Parts for Assembly
Hazard Alert Messages Corrosion Protection

Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert messages in If you assemble the parts immediately after you clean them,
this publication. They provide information that can help prevent lubricate the parts with grease to prevent corrosion. Parts must be
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both. clean and dry before you lubricate them.
If you store the parts after you clean them, apply a
WARNING corrosion-preventive material. Store the parts in a special paper
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection or other material that prevents corrosion.
when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.
Inspect Parts
FIBERS WARNING Brakes
Some brake linings contain asbestos fibers, a cancer and lung
Check the spider for expanded anchor pin holes and for cracks.
disease hazard. Some brake linings contain non-asbestos
Replace damaged spiders and anchor pin bushings.
fibers, whose long-term effects to health are unknown. You
must use caution when you handle both asbestos and Check the camshaft bracket for broken welds, cracks and correct
non-asbestos materials. alignment. Replace damaged brackets.
Check the anchor pins for corrosion and wear. Replace worn or
Clean, Dry and Inspect Parts damaged anchor pins.
Check the brake shoes for rust, expanded rivet holes, broken welds
WARNING
and correct alignment. Replace a shoe with any of the above
Solvent cleaners can be flammable, poisonous and cause
conditions.
burns. Examples of solvent cleaners are carbon tetrachloride,
and emulsion-type and petroleum-base cleaners. Read the 1. For 16.5-inch brake shoes only, anchor pin holes must not
manufacturer’s instructions before using a solvent cleaner, exceed 1.009-inches (25.63 mm) in diameter. The distance
then carefully follow the instructions. Also follow the from the center of the anchor pin hole to the center of the roller
procedures below. hole must not exceed 12.779-inches (32.46 cm). Replace
brake shoes with measurements that do not meet
앫 Wear safe eye protection. specifications. Figure 4.1.
앫 Wear clothing that protects your skin. 2. For 15-inch brake shoes only, anchor pin holes must not
앫 Work in a well-ventilated area. exceed 1.009-inches (25.63 mm) in diameter. The distance
from the center of the anchor pin hole to the center of the roller
앫 Do not use gasoline, or solvents that contain gasoline. hole must not exceed 11.685-inches (29.68 cm). Replace
Gasoline can explode. brake shoes with measurements that do not meet
specifications. Figure 4.1.
앫 You must use hot solution tanks or alkaline solutions
correctly. Read the manufacturer’s instructions before Figure 4.1
using hot solution tanks and alkaline solutions. Then

carefully follow the instructions. ANCHOR END CAM END
CAUTION
Do not use hot solution tanks or water and alkaline solutions to 1.009" 0.755"
clean ground or polished parts. Damage to parts can result. (25.63 MM) (19.18 MM)
MAX MAX
16.5" SHOE = 12.779" (32.46 CM)
15" SHOE = 11.685" (29.68 CM)
Use soap and water to clean non-metal parts.
Q AND Q PLUS™ DOUBLE WEB SHOES
Dry parts immediately after cleaning with soft, clean paper or cloth, 4004145b
or compressed air. Figure 4.1

Brake Drums CAUTION

You must turn the adjusting nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE when
WARNING you check gear torque on an automatic slack adjuster. If you
Do not operate the vehicle with the brake drum worn or
turn the adjusting nut incorrectly, you will damage the pawl
machined beyond the discard dimension indicated on the
teeth. A damaged pawl will prevent the slack adjuster from
drum. The brake system may not operate correctly. Damage to automatically adjusting the clearance between the linings and
components and serious personal injury can result.
drum. Damage to components can result.
CAUTION 1. Use a lb-in torque wrench and turn the adjusting nut
Replace the brake drum if it is out-of-round. Do not turn or COUNTERCLOCKWISE (Figure 4.3) to rotate the gear
rebore a brake drum, which decreases the strength and 360 degrees, or 22 turns of the wrench, as you read the torque
capacity of the drum. Damage to components can result. scale on the wrench. The value should be less than 25 lb-in
(2.83 N폷m) as you rotate the gear.
Check the brake drums for cracks, severe heat checking, heat
spotting, scoring, pitting and distortion. Replace drums as required. 앫 If the torque value is less than 25 lb-in (2.8 N폷m) as
Do not turn or rebore brake drums, which decreases the strength you rotate the gear: The slack adjuster is operating
and heat capacity of the drum. Refer to Maintenance Manual correctly.
MM-99100, Wheel Equipment, Disc Wheel Hubs, Brake Drum 앫 If the torque value exceeds 25 lb-in (2.8 N폷m) as you
Failure Analysis. To obtain this publication, refer to the Service Notes rotate the gear: Replace the slack adjuster.
page on the front inside cover of this manual.
Figure 4.3
Measure the inside diameter of the drum in several locations with a

drum caliper or internal micrometer. Figure 4.2.
22 TURNS
앫 If the diameter exceeds the specifications supplied by the
drum manufacturer: Replace the drum.
Figure 4.2
ROTATE GEAR 360°
4000344a
Figure 4.3
4000343a
CAUTION
Figure 4.2 Always replace used clevis pin retainer clips with new ones
when you service an automatic slack adjuster or chamber.
Check the dust shields for wear and damage. Repair or replace Do not reuse retainer clips. Discard used clips. When you
worn or damaged parts as necessary. remove a retainer clip, it can bend or “gap apart” and lose
retention. damage to components can result.
Inspect the large and small clevis pins and retainer clips for wear 2. Inspect the clevis pin retainer clips for wear and damage.
and damage. Replace worn or damaged parts. Replace worn or damaged parts. Do not reuse clevis pin
retainer clips.

3. Inspect the clevis pins and slack adjuster arm bushing. Replace Figure 4.5
clevis pins if they are worn or bent. Replace the bushing if its
diameter exceeds 0.531-inch (13.5 mm).
4. Inspect the boot assembly. If it is cracked, cut or torn, remove
the pull pawl and inspect the areas around the actuator. If you
find dirt, solid lubricant or corrosion, replace the slack adjuster.
Otherwise, only replace the boot assembly.
5. Use a grease gun to apply Meritor specification O-616-A,
O-692 or O-645 lubricant to the slack adjuster grease fitting,
until grease flows from around the camshaft splines and pawl
4000346a
assembly. If necessary, install a camshaft into the slack
adjuster gear to minimize grease flow through the gear holes. Figure 4.5
Camshaft Figure 4.6
Check the camshaft for cracks, wear and corrosion. Check the cam
head, bearing journals and splines. Replace worn or damaged
camshafts.
Install new camshaft bushings and seals whenever you install a new
camshaft.
SEAL SEAL
1. Tighten all spider bolts to the correct torque. Figure 4.4. @ LIP LIP
SPIDER
Figure 4.4
CAMSHAFT
BRACKET
4000347a
Figure 4.6
Bolt
Size Torque 3. If the camshaft bracket has been removed, install the chamber
7/16"-20 60-75 lb-ft 81-102 N•m bracket seal and bracket onto the spider. Tighten the
1/2"-20 85-115 lb-ft 115-156 N•m capscrews to the correct torque. Figure 4.4. @
9/16"-18 130-165 lb-ft 176-224 N•m
5/8"-18 180-230 lb-ft 244-312 N•m
7/8"-9 440-580 lb-ft 598-789 N•m
4000345a
Figure 4.4
2. Use a seal driver to install new camshaft seals and new

bushings into the cast spider and camshaft bracket.
Figure 4.5.
앫 If the brake has a stamped spider: Install both bushings
into the bracket. Install the seals with the seal lips toward
the slack adjuster to ensure grease purges at the slack end.
Figure 4.6.

5 Assembly and Installation
Hazard Alert Messages 3. Lubricate the seal with grease that meets Meritor specifications.
Press the seal into its groove. Push the gear into the housing.
CAUTION
Install the seal with the lips outside of the bore and the metal
retainer inside of the bore to prevent contaminants from
WARNING
entering the slack adjuster housing. Damage to components
To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
can result.
4. Place the seal directly over the worm bore with the seal lips
Use the correct shoe return spring with the Q Plus™ camshaft.
outside of the bore and the metal retainer inside of the bore.
An incorrect shoe spring can interfere with the camshaft and
Figure 5.1. Use a hammer and 1-3/16-inch (30.2 mm)
affect braking performance. Serious personal injury and
diameter seal driver to install the seal straight into the bore.
damage to components can result.
Figure 5.2. Do not hit the seal after it reaches the bottom of the
bore. Damage to the seal will result.
FIBERS WARNING Figure 5.1

must use caution when you handle both asbestos and
non-asbestos materials.
CAUTION
Only install a Q Plus™ camshaft in a Q Plus™ brake. A
Q Series hammerclaw camshaft will not provide enough OUTSIDE INSIDE
clearance between the brake shoe and the brake drum. 4002853a
Brake drag and damage to components can result.
Figure 5.1
To install a new brake drum so that it fits correctly over a
Q Plus™ brake shoe, you must install a Q Plus™ camshaft to Figure 5.2
prevent damage to components.
Assembly
Since January 1993, some parts of Meritor automatic slack
adjusters are not serviceable or interchangeable with parts from
earlier models. Refer to Section 1 for more information.
Never mix automatic slack adjusters on the same axle. Always use
replacement parts that were originally designed for the brake
system to help ensure maximum brake performance.
4002854a
1. Remove any corrosion-preventive material that may have been
applied to the parts you will assemble. Figure 5.2
2. Use grease to lubricate the gear bore in the housing.

5. If you removed the pin, install it into the rod and piston. 13. Make certain the pull pawl is disengaged, and install the
Figure 5.3. actuator assembly into the housing so that the actuator slides
along the worm splines.
Figure 5.3
14. Fill the boot with grease and slip it over the actuator rod. Do not
PIN
seal the boot to the tapered part of the actuator rod. The top of
the boot must fit into the groove.
PISTON
15. Press the boot metal ring into the slack adjuster housing.
16. Remove the screwdriver or equivalent tool from the pull pawl.
The pull pawl will re-engage automatically.
ACTUATOR ROD 17. Use a grease gun to lubricate the slack adjuster through the
4002855a grease fitting. If necessary, install a camshaft into the slack
adjuster gear to minimize the grease flow through the gear
Figure 5.3
holes.
6. Apply a small amount of grease to the actuator piston and 18. Apply lubrication that meets Meritor specifications until new
install the actuator rod and piston assembly into the actuator grease purges from around the camshaft splines and from the
adjusting sleeve. pawl assembly. Refer to Section 7.
7. Slide the piston retaining ring over the rod.

Installation
8. Extend the coils of the ring.
Camshaft
9. Use a small screwdriver to press one end of the ring into the
groove. Figure 5.4. 1. Install the cam head thrust washer onto the camshaft. Apply
Meritor specification O-617-A or O-617-B grease to the
Figure 5.4
camshaft bushings and journals.
START BOTTOM COIL RING IN GROOVE
2. Install the camshaft through the spider and bracket so that the
camshaft turns freely by hand. Figure 5.5.
Figure 5.5
4002856a
Figure 5.4
10. Keep the coil extended. Press on the ring and work around
the groove until the ring is in the groove completely. 4000348a
11. Check to ensure that the ring is installed correctly in the Figure 5.5
groove. You cannot pull the piston out of the actuator if the
retaining ring is installed correctly.
12. Disengage the pull pawl. Use a screwdriver or equivalent tool to
pry the pull pawl at least 1/32-inch (0.8 mm) to disengage the
teeth from the actuator.

Replace a Q Series or P Series Camshaft with a For front axles only, a standard Q Plus™ camshaft and a shoe
Q Plus™ Camshaft return spring with an offset center bar replaces the hammerclaw
Q Series camshaft and shoe return spring with a straight center bar
For all front and drive axle 16.5-Inch Q Series, 16.5-Inch and
on the 16.5 x 5-inch and 6-inch Q Series cam brake. Figure 5.7 and
18-Inch P Series brakes, when you replace a Q Series or P Series
Figure 5.8.
camshaft with a Q Plus™ camshaft, continue to follow maintenance
and service procedures for a Q Series or P Series brake and a Figure 5.7
Q Plus™ camshaft.
The Q Plus™ S-cam replaced the Q Series and P Series S-cam.
Because of the larger lift requirements and deeper pockets on the
OFFSET SPRING
Q Plus™ S-cam, the P Series cast shoe roller does not fully seat in TYPICALLY USED
the pocket. Figure 5.6. This cam profile does not affect the TO CLEAR HUBS
performance of the cast shoe brake. (MERITOR PART
2258-Y-1273)
STANDARD Q PLUS™ CAM
Figure 5.6
P SERIES
4000349a
ROLLER
Q PLUSTM CAM
Figure 5.7
Figure 5.8
D1
D1 = D2 STRAIGHT SPRING
(MERITOR PART
2258-R-642)
P SERIES
ROLLER HAMMERCLAW
Q SERIES CAM
Q AND P 4000350a
SERIES CAM
Figure 5.8
D2
A Q Plus™ camshaft has deeper roller pockets than a Q Series
camshaft and has “Q Plus” forged into one of the pockets. You may
notice a larger gap between the brake lining and the drum after you
assemble the brake shoe and shoe return spring with an offset
center bar. Figure 5.9. The excess gap will be eliminated when you
4003574a
correctly adjust the brake.
Figure 5.6 Figure 5.9
The initial lining-to-drum

Replace a Hammerclaw Camshaft with a Standard clearance with a Q Plus™
Q Plus™ Camshaft camshaft is increased with
both shoes fully retracted.
Follow Steps 1-2 under Q Plus™ and Q Series 16.5-Inch Brakes in
this section to replace a Q Series hammerclaw camshaft with a OFFSET
standard Q Plus™ camshaft. Continue to follow service and SPRING
maintenance procedures for a Q Plus™ camshaft and Q Series

brake. 4000351a
Figure 5.9

Shoe Return Spring WARNING

Install the new offset shoe return spring with the open end of the Before you service a spring chamber, carefully follow the
spring hooks toward the camshaft. Figure 5.10. manufacturer’s instructions to compress and lock the spring to
Figure 5.10
release of compressed air can cause serious personal injury
4. If the vehicle has spring brakes, follow the chamber

manufacturer’s instructions to compress and lock the springs
Q PLUSTM
NEW INSTALLATION
CAM
to completely release the brakes. Verify that no air pressure
OFFSET RETURN remains in the service chambers.
Install the spring SPRING
with the open end of (MERITOR PART
the hook TOWARD the 2258-Y-1273) CAUTION
cam head.
Most Meritor automatic slack adjusters manufactured after
4000352a January 1990 have lubrication holes in the gear splines. Do not
Figure 5.10
operate the actuator rod before you install the slack adjuster.
Lubricant can pump through the holes and onto the splines.
Damage to components can result.
Automatic Slack Adjuster onto the Camshaft
NOTE: If the slack adjuster is not a Meritor automatic slack adjuster, 5. If the automatic slack adjuster gear has a 10-tooth spline,
refer to the manufacturer’s literature for the correct service apply Meritor specification O-637, part number 2297-U-4571,
procedures. anti-seize compound, or equivalent. This anti-seize compound
is a corrosion-control grease. Do not mix this grease with other
1. Check the camshaft and bushings and seals for wear and greases.
corrosion. Turn the camshaft by hand to check for smooth
operation. Repair or replace parts as required. NOTE: Install the slack adjuster so that you can remove a
conventional pawl or disengage a pull pawl when you adjust
2. Apply the service brake and spring brake several times. Check the brake.
that the chamber return spring retracts the push rod quickly
and completely. If necessary, replace the return spring or the 6. Install the slack adjuster onto the camshaft. Position the slack
air chamber. adjuster so that you can access the pawl when you adjust
3. Verify that the new automatic slack adjuster is the same length the brake.
as the one you are replacing. Refer to Table C. 7. Verify that camshaft axial end play on trucks and tractors is
0.005-0.060-inch (0.127-1.52 mm).
Table C: Chamber and Automatic Slack Adjuster Sizes
앫 If axial end play is not 0.005-0.060-inch
Length of Slack Adjuster Size of Chamber (0.127-1.52 mm): Remove the snap ring. Add or remove
(Inches) (Square Inches) the appropriate number of spacing washers to achieve the
5 9, 12, 16, 20, 24, 301 correct specification.
5-1/2 9, 12, 16, 20, 24, 30, 361 On trailers, no end play adjustment is required. End play is
6 24, 30, 36 controlled by the snap ring near the cam head end of the
camshaft.
6-1/2 30, 36
1
Use an auxiliary spring on slack adjusters used with size 9 and 12 8. Install the clevis onto the push rod.
chambers. A size 9 or 12 chamber return spring cannot supply enough
spring tension to completely retract the slack adjuster.

Figure 5.12
CAUTION CLEVIS LARGE CLEVIS PIN

You must disengage a pull pawl or remove a conventional pawl AND
RETAINER CLIP
before rotating the manual adjusting nut, or you will damage
the pawl teeth. A damaged pawl will not allow the slack LARGE CLEVIS PIN
ACTUATOR RETAINER CLIP
adjuster to automatically adjust brake clearance. Replace ROD P/N 2257-D-1174
damaged pawls before putting the vehicle in service.
9. Disengage the pull pawl. Turn the manual adjusting nut to align
the holes in the slack adjuster arm and clevis. Figure 5.11. SMALL CLEVIS PIN
RETAINER CLIP
P/N 2257-C-1173
Figure 5.11
SMALL CLEVIS PIN

AND RETAINER CLIP
The clevis pin retainer

clips must be fully
ALIGN installed and positioned
HOLES
around the SIDE of the
clevis pin.
Disengage a
pull pawl. Figure 5.12
4000354e
Threaded Clevis
Figure 5.11 Only use a standard-stroke clevis on a standard-stroke chamber.
Only use a long-stroke clevis on a long-stroke chamber.
Welded Clevis A long-stroke clevis is olive green; a standard-stroke clevis is
1. Check the clevis position using the brake slack adjuster yellow-gold. The difference between the length of a standard- and
position (BSAP) method. Refer to the procedure in this section. long-stroke clevis is 0.080-inch (2.03 mm). Figure 5.13.
Apply Meritor specification O-637, part number 2297-U-4571, Once you install a threaded clevis, verify that the clevis position is
anti-seize compound or equivalent to the large and small clevis correct using the template or brake slack adjuster position (BSAP)
pins. This anti-seize compound is a corrosion-control grease. method.
Do not mix this grease with other greases.
Figure 5.13
OLIVE GREEN COLOR

CAUTION
Always replace used clevis pin retainer clips with new ones
when you service an automatic slack adjuster or chamber. Do
not reuse retainer clips. Discard used clips. When you remove
a retainer clip, it can bend or “gap apart” and lose retention.
Damage to components can result. STANDARD CLEVIS
LONG-STROKE CLEVIS
There is a 0.080" (2.03 mm) difference
2. Install new clevis pin retainer clips or cotter pins to secure the between the large and small clevis holes.
clevis pins. Retainer clips must be fully installed and positioned Notice the large pin is engaged and the
around the side of the clevis pin. Figure 5.12. small pin is 0.080" (2.03 mm) off.
Long-Stroke Standard-Stroke
(1.30") 1.30" (1.38") 1.38"
4005004a
Figure 5.13

Verify That the Slack Adjuster Angle is Correct Template Method

Trucks and Tractors Equipped with Long-Stroke Chambers CAUTION
Only use the Brake Slack Adjuster Position (BSAP) method to verify There are three different installation templates for Meritor
that the slack adjuster angle is correct on trucks and tractors automatic slack adjusters. The templates are not
equipped with long-stroke chambers. interchangeable. You must use the correct template and you
must adjust the clevis position as described below. If you use
Previously Meritor assembly procedures specified that you could
the wrong template and install the clevis in the wrong position,
either use the template method (dark brown template) or the BSAP
the slack adjuster will not adjust the brake correctly. If the
method to check slack adjuster angle.
slack adjuster underadjusts, then stopping distances are
However, because of concerns regarding slack adjuster-to-axle increased. If the slack adjuster overadjusts, then the linings
clearances at the end of longer strokes, Meritor has revised this may drag and damage the brake.
instruction to use the BSAP method only. Trailers are not affected by
this change. Refer to Brake Slack Adjuster Position (BSAP) Method 1. Use the correct Meritor automatic slack adjuster template to
in this section. measure the length of the slack adjuster. The marks by the
holes in the small end of the template indicate the length of the
Trucks and Tractors Equipped with Standard-Stroke Chambers; slack adjuster. Figure 5.14.
Trailers Equipped with Standard- or Long-Stroke Chambers
You can use either the Brake Slack Adjuster Position (BSAP) method
Figure 5.14
or the template method to verify that slack adjuster angles are

correct on trucks and tractors with standard-stroke brake chambers
and trailers with standard- and long-stroke brake chambers.
Color of Part
To obtain the correct slack adjuster template, refer to the Service Template Number Applications
Notes page on the front inside cover of this manual. Dark brown TP-4786 Truck or tractor drum brakes
(standard stroke only)
Table D: Methods According to Vehicle and Chamber Type Tan TP-4787 Trailer drum brake
White TP-4781 Coach drum brake
BSAP Template
Measure the slack
Vehicle Chamber Type Method Method
adjuster
Truck or tractor Standard-stroke Yes Yes arm length.
Truck and tractor Long-stroke Yes No

Trailer Standard-stroke Yes Yes
Trailer Long-stroke Yes Yes CAMSHAFT CENTER
4000369c
Figure 5.14
2. Install the large clevis pin through the large holes in the
template and the clevis.
3. Select the hole in the template that matches the length of the
slack adjuster. Hold that hole on the center of the camshaft.

4. Look through the slot in the template to see if the small clevis Table E: Jam Nut Torque Specifications
hole completely aligns within the slot.
Threads Torque
앫 If the small clevis hole doesn’t align within the slot: 1/2-20 20-30 lb-ft (27-41 N폷m)
Adjust the clevis until you can see the small clevis pin hole
5/8-18 35-50 lb-ft (48-68 N폷m)
within the slot. Figure 5.15.
Figure 5.15 Brake Slack Adjuster Position (BSAP) Method

Use this method to ensure the correct position of welded or
THREADED
CLEVIS threaded clevises on standard- or long-stroke brake chambers.
When you install the slack adjuster, verify that the BSAP chamber
SLOT dimension matches the table in Figure 5.17.
Figure 5.17
CAMSHAFT END
3.750" AND 3.812"
BRACKET OFFSET
BSAP +
– 0.125"
SLACK
4000358a LENGTH
5.00"
Figure 5.15 5.50"
6.00"
6.50"
5. Verify that the thread engagement between the clevis and push
rod is 0.5-0.625-inch (12.7-15.9 mm). Figure 5.16. Standard Stroke Long Stroke
(1.38") 1.38" (1.30") 1.30"
Slack
Figure 5.16
MINIMUM 0.5" (12.7 MM) Adjuster

Size
5.00" 2.75" 2.25"
5.50" 2.75" 2.25"
6.00" 2.75" 2.25"
THREADED 6.50" 2.62" 2.25"
CLEVIS MAXIMUM 0.125" (3.18 MM) ± 0.125" Tolerance. You must use the correct clevis with
the correct chamber type.
Correct positions of the automatic slack adjuster are
3.750-inch and 3.812-inch offsets only. For other
bracket offsets, refer to the vehicle manufacturer's
4000359a specifications.
4000360b
Figure 5.16
Figure 5.17
6. Verify that the push rod does not extend through the clevis
more than 0.125-inch (12.7 mm). Brake Shoes
앫 If the push rod extends through the clevis more than When the brake is disassembled, or when necessary, lubricate the
0.125-inch (12.7 mm): Cut the push rod or install a new anchor pins and rollers where these parts touch the brake shoes.
air chamber and push rod. Do not allow grease to contact the area of the camshaft roller that
7. Tighten the jam nut against the clevis to the torque touches the camshaft head. Meritor recommends that you replace
specification in Table E. @ the springs, rollers, anchor pins and cam bushings at each reline.

Q Plus™ 15- and 16.5-Inch Brakes and Q Series Figure 5.20
16.5-Inch Brakes
1. Use Meritor specification O-617-A or O-617-B grease to
lubricate the brake shoe roller pin and anchor pin. Figure 5.18.
Figure 5.18
Q, Q PLUS™ AND P SERIES

Lubricate Lubricate
here only. entirely.
4000362a
Figure 5.20
Do not
lubricate here. ANCHOR PIN 4. Pull each brake shoe away from the camshaft to enable you to
install the brake shoe roller and roller retainer. Press the
CAM
ROLLER PIN retainer ears to fit into the retainer between the brake shoe
4000365e webs. Figure 5.21.
Figure 5.18
Figure 5.21
2. Place the upper brake shoe into position on the top anchor pin.
Hold the lower brake shoe on the bottom anchor pin. Install two
new brake shoe retaining springs. Figure 5.19. WEBS
SQUEEZE
“EARS”
Figure 5.19
4000363a
Figure 5.21
5. Push the brake shoe roller retainer into the brake shoe until the
ears lock into the shoe web holes. Figure 5.22.
4000361a Figure 5.22
Figure 5.19
3. Rotate the lower brake shoe forward. Install a new brake shoe
return spring with the open end of the spring hooks toward the
camshaft. Figure 5.20. WEB
HOLE
PUSH
4000364a
Figure 5.22

Q Series 15-Inch Cam Brake 3. Install a new cam roller and cam roller retainers.
1. Use Meritor specification O-617-A or O-617-B grease to 4. Install the lower brake shoe in position on the spider.
lubricate the roller pin and anchor pin. Figure 5.23.
5. Use a hammer and brass drift to install the anchor pin.
Figure 5.23 If necessary, align the groove on the anchor pin with the holes
15" Q AND T SERIES FRONTS in the spider and bushing.
Do not Lubricate
lubricate here. entirely. 6. Install the anchor pin washers, felts, seals, retainers and snap
rings, if required. Install lock pins or lock screws, if required.
Tighten the screws to 10-15 lb-ft (13.6-20.3 N폷m). @
7. Install a new shoe return spring onto the brake shoe.
Figure 5.25. Place the upper brake shoe into position over the
Lubricate here only. ANCHOR PIN spider. Repeat Steps 4-5.
CAM ROLLER PIN
4000367c Figure 5.25
Figure 5.23
2. Install the anchor pins, washers and nuts to the spider if you
removed these parts previously. Tighten the anchor pin nuts to
325-375 lb-ft (441-509 N폷m). @
3. Install a new brake shoe return spring with the open end of the
spring hooks toward the camshaft. Install the brake shoes onto
the anchor pins. Figure 5.24. 4000368a
Figure 5.24
SHOE Figure 5.25

RETAINER
RETURN SPRING
SPRING
T Series Cam Brake
1. Lubricate the roller pin and anchor pin with Meritor
specification O-617-A or O-617-B grease. Figure 5.23.
2. Install the anchor pins, washers and nuts onto the backing
CAM
ANCHOR plate if you removed these parts previously. Tighten the anchor
PINS
ROLLERS
4000366a
pin nuts to 185-350 lb-ft (251-475 N폷m). @
Figure 5.24 3. Install the anti-rattle rod. Install the brake shoe onto the anchor
pins and anti-rattle rod.
4. Hold the bottom brake shoe in position. Install the shoe return 4. Install the anchor pin snap rings, anti-rattle spring and
spring. Pull the brake shoe away from the camshaft to enable anti-rattle retainer spring onto the anti-rattle rod.
you to install the roller and roller retainer.
5. Pull the brake shoe away from the camshaft to enable you to
P Series and Cast Plus™ Cam Brakes install the brake shoe roller. Install a new brake shoe return
spring onto the brake shoe.
1. Lubricate the camshaft roller pin and anchor pin with Meritor
specification O-617-A or O-617-B grease. Figure 5.18. Drum and Wheel
2. Install the anchor pin bushings. If necessary, align the holes in Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to install the drum and wheel
the bushings with the holes in the spider. onto the axle.

6 Adjustment
Hazard Alert Messages 2. Use a wrench to turn the adjusting nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE
6 Adjustment
until the brake shoes contact the drum. Figure 6.1. Then back
off the adjusting nut in the opposite direction 1/2 turn for drum
brakes or 3/4 turn for disc brakes.
Figure 6.1
WARNING
Before you service a spring chamber, carefully follow the

manufacturer’s instructions to compress and lock the spring to
release of compressed air can cause serious personal injury Disengage pawl.
4000371e
ASBESTOS AND NON-ASBESTOS Figure 6.1
FIBERS WARNING
3. Measure the distance from the center of the large clevis pin to
the bottom of the air chamber while the brake is released. The
measurement you obtain is X in Figure 6.2.
non-asbestos materials. Figure 6.2
MEASURE FREE STROKE

Adjust the Brakes
“Y”
“X”
Measure Free Stroke
When you perform preventive maintenance procedures on an
in-service brake, check both the free stroke and adjusted chamber FREE STROKE = Y MINUS X
stroke. Refer to the procedures in this section. Drum brake free stroke must be
0.5-0.625" (12.7-15.9 mm).
Free stroke sets the clearance between the linings and drum. The Disc brake free stroke must be
in-service free stroke may be slightly longer than 0.5-0.625-inch 0.75-0.875" (19.1-22.2 mm).
4000372a
(12.7-15.9 mm) specified in this procedure. This is acceptable if the
adjusted chamber stroke is within the limits shown in Table F and
Table G. Figure 6.2
CAUTION 4. Use a pry bar to move the slack adjuster and position the
You must disengage a pull pawl before rotating the manual linings against the drum, brakes applied. Measure the same
adjusting nut, or you will damage the pawl teeth. A damaged distance again while the brakes are applied. The measurement
pawl will not allow the slack adjuster to automatically adjust you obtain is Y in Figure 6.2.
brake clearance. Replace damaged pawls before putting the
vehicle in service.
1. Disengage a pull pawl. Use a screwdriver or equivalent tool

to pry the pull pawl at least 1/32-inch (0.8 mm) to disengage
the teeth.

6 Adjustment
2. Verify that pressure is 100 psi (689 kPa) in the air tanks.
CAUTION
Determine the size and type of brake chambers on the vehicle.
Do not set free stroke shorter than 0.5-0.625-inch
(12.7-15.9 mm) for drum brakes. If the measurement is too 3. With the brakes released, mark the push rod where it exits the
short, linings can drag. Damage to components can result. chamber. Measure and record the distance. Have another
person apply and hold the brakes on full application.
5. Subtract X from Y to obtain the in-service free stroke. The Figure 6.4. Hold the ruler parallel to the push rod and measure
measurement must be 0.5-0.625-inch (12.7-15.9 mm) for as carefully as possible. A measurement error can affect CVSA
drum brakes. Figure 6.2. re-adjustment limits. CVSA states that “any brake 1/4-inch or
more past the re-adjustment limit, or any two brakes less than
앫 If the free stroke measurement is not within
1/4-inch beyond the re-adjustment limit, will be cause for
specification: Turn the adjusting nut 1/8 turn in the
rejection.”
direction shown in Figure 6.3 and check the free stroke
again. Continue to measure and adjust the stroke until the
Figure 6.4
measurement is within specification.

Step 1 Mark push rod here
Figure 6.3
to measure stroke.
Disengage a
pull pawl.
• Spring brakes
released
SHORTEN
STROKE
• Service brakes Step 2
LENGTHEN not applied
STROKE
Step 3 STROKE
90-100 psi (620-690 kPa)

4000373b in air tank — engine OFF
Figure 6.3
• Spring brakes
6. Re-engage the pull pawl by removing the screwdriver or released
equivalent tool. The pull pawl will re-engage automatically. • Service brakes
applied 4000374b
7. If the brakes have spring chambers, carefully release the
springs. Test the vehicle before you return it to service. Figure 6.4
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) 4. Measure the push rod travel or adjusted chamber stroke from
Guidelines where the push rod exits the brake chamber to your mark on
the push rod. Measure and record the distance. Figure 6.4.
Measure Push Rod Travel or Adjusted Chamber 5. Subtract the measurement you recorded in Step 3 from the
Stroke measurement you recorded in Step 4. The difference is the
Use the following procedure to check in-service push rod travel or push rod travel or adjusted chamber stroke.
adjusted chamber stroke on truck and tractor brakes. 6. Refer to Table F or Table G to verify that the stroke length is
1. The engine must be OFF. If the brake has a spring chamber, correct for the size and type of air chambers on the vehicle.
follow the manufacturer’s instructions to release the spring. 앫 If push rod travel or adjusted chamber stroke is greater
Verify that no air pressure remains in the service section of than the maximum stroke shown in Table F or Table G:
the chamber. Inspect the slack adjuster and replace it, if necessary.

6 Adjustment
Table F: Standard-Stroke Clamp-Type Brake Chamber Data

Outside Diameter Brake Adjustment Limit
Type (inches) (inches)
6 4-1/2 1-1/4
9 5-1/4 1-3/8
12 5-4/16 1-3/8
16 6-3/8 1-3/4
20 6-25/32 1-3/4
24 7-7/32 1-3/4
30 8-3/32 2
36 9 2-1/4
Table G: Long-Stroke Clamp-Type Brake Chamber Data

Outside Diameter Brake Adjustment Limit
Type (inches) (inches)
16 6-3/8 2.0
20 6-25/32 2.0
24 7-7/32 2.0
241 7-7/32 2.5
30 8-3/32 2.5
1
For 3" maximum stroke type 24 chambers.
Alternate Method to Measure Push Rod Travel or

Adjusted Chamber Stroke
Use the CVSA procedure, except in Steps 3-4, measure the distance
from the bottom of the air chamber to the center of the large clevis
pin on each of the brakes.
CVSA North American Out-of-Service Criteria

Reference Tables
Information contained in Table F and Table G is for reference only.
Consult the CVSA’s Out-of-Service Criteria Handbook for North
American Standards, Appendix A. Visit their website at
http://64.35.82.7/ to obtain the handbook.

7 Maintenance
Hazard Alert Messages

7 Maintenance
WARNING
During lubrication procedures, if grease flows from the seal

near the camshaft head, replace the seal. Remove all grease
or oil from the camshaft head, rollers and brake linings.
Always replace linings contaminated with grease or oil, which
can increase stopping distances. Serious personal injury and
damage to components can result.

FIBERS WARNING
non-asbestos materials.
Lubrication
Cam Brakes
Refer to Table H for grease specifications.
Table H: Cam Brake Grease Specifications

Components Meritor Specification NLGI Grade Grease Type Outside Temperature
Retainer Clips O-616-A 1 Clay Base Down to –40°F (–40°C)
Anchor Pins O-617-A 1 Lithium 12-Hydroxy Refer to the grease manufacturer’s
Rollers, Journals Only O-617-B 2 Stearate or Lithium specifications for the temperature
Complex service limits.
Camshaft Bushings
O-645 2 Synthetic Oil, Clay Base Down to –65°F (–54°C)
O-692 1 and 2 Lithium Base Down to –40°F (–40°C)
Camshaft Splines Any of above Refer to above Refer to above Refer to above
1
O-637 1-1/2 Calcium Base Refer to the grease manufacturer’s
O-641 — Anti-Seize specifications for the temperature
service limits.
1
Do not mix Meritor specification O-637 grease, part number 2297-U-4571, a calcium-base, rust-preventive grease, with other greases.

7 Maintenance
Camshaft Bushings Automatic Slack Adjusters

Meritor recommends that you install new camshaft bushings Automatic does not mean maintenance-free. Correctly installed and
whenever you install a new camshaft. lubricated automatic slack adjusters help to ensure maximum brake
system performance.
Lubricate through the fitting on the bracket or spider until new
grease flows from the inboard seal. Inspect and lubricate the automatic slack adjuster according to one
of the schedules below. Use the schedule that requires the most
Long-life trailer cam brake bushings require correct lubrication for
frequent inspection and lubrication, and whenever you reline the
maximum performance and bushing life. Although you do not have
brakes. Refer to Table I and Table J for grease specifications.
to replace spider cam bushings on trailer axles as frequently, Meritor
recommends that you lubricate the bushings at least four times 앫 Vehicle manufacturer’s schedule
during the life of your brake lining.
앫 Fleet’s schedule
Rollers and Anchor Pins 앫 Every six months
When you disassemble the brake, or when necessary, lubricate the 앫 A minimum of four times during the life of the linings
anchor pins and rollers where these parts touch the brake shoes.
Do not allow grease to contact the area of the roller that touches the
At Brake Reline
camshaft head. To avoid flat spots, lubricate a cam roller directly in 1. Before you perform brake maintenance, check the free stroke
the web roller pocket and not at the cam-to-roller contact area. Flat and the adjusted chamber stroke.
spots can affect brake adjustment and result in premature brake 2. If the free stroke is not correct, refer to Section 8 to correct the
wear or reduced braking performance. Figure 7.1 and Figure 7.2.
stroke before you adjust the chamber stroke.
Figure 7.1 3. Inspect the boot for cuts or other damage. If the boot is cut or
15" Q AND T SERIES FRONTS damaged, remove the pawl and inspect the grease.
Do not Lubricate
lubricate here. entirely. 4. If the grease is in good condition, replace the damaged boot
with a new boot.
5. Use a grease gun to lubricate the slack adjuster through the
grease fitting. If necessary, install a camshaft into the slack
adjuster gear to minimize grease flow through the gear holes.
Lubricate here only. ANCHOR PIN
6. Lubricate until new grease purges from around the inboard
CAM ROLLER PIN camshaft splines and from the pawl assembly.
4000367c
Figure 7.1
Slack Adjusters Manufactured Before 1993
Figure 7.2
1. Remove the slack adjuster when the following conditions are
Q, Q PLUS™ AND P SERIES apparent.
Lubricate Lubricate
here only. entirely.
앫 The grease is dry or contaminated.
앫 The pawl or actuator is worn.
2. Disassemble the slack adjuster.
3. Replace any worn or damaged parts.
Do not
lubricate here. ANCHOR PIN 4. Use new seals and a new boot when you assemble the unit.
CAM
ROLLER PIN
4000365e
Figure 7.2

7 Maintenance
Grease Specifications
Table I: Automatic Slack Adjuster Approved Greases
Components Meritor Specification NLGI Grade Grease Type Outside Temperature
Automatic Slack Adjuster O-616-A 1 Clay Base Down to –40°F (–40°C)
O-645 2 Synthetic Oil, Clay Base Down to –65°F (–54°C)
O-692 1 and 2 Lithium Base Down to –40°F (–40°C)
Clevis Pins Any of above Refer to above Refer to above Refer to above
O-6371 1-1/2 Calcium Base Refer to the grease manufacturer’s
O-641 — Anti-Seize specifications for the temperature
service limits.
1
Do not mix Meritor specification O-637 grease, part number 2297-U-4571, a calcium-base, rust-preventive grease, with other greases.
Table J: Automatic Slack Adjuster Lubricant Specifications Factory-Installed Automatic Slack Adjusters on
Operating Temperature Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brake Packages
Down to −40°F (−40°C) Down to −65°F (−54°C) Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 cam brake packages include
factory-installed automatic slack adjusters that do not have grease
Clay-Base Greases Synthetic Greases
fittings. Also, lubrication intervals are different than intervals for
Meritor Specification O-616-A, Meritor Specification O-645, conventional slack adjusters.
Part Number A-1779-W-283 Part Number 2297-X-4574
For complete maintenance and service information on the Meritor
Shell Darina Number 1 Mobilgrease 28 (Military) LX500 and MX500 cam brakes, refer to Maintenance Manual
Texaco Thermatex EP-1 Mobiltemp SHC 32 (Industrial) MM-96173, Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 Cam Brakes. To obtain
Texaco Hytherm EP-1 Tribolube-12 Grade 1 this publication, refer to the Service Notes page on the front inside
Aralub 3837
Anti-Seize Compound
Use anti-seize compound, Meritor specification O-637 grease, part
number 2297-U-4571, on the clevis pins of all automatic slack
adjusters.
For a conventional automatic slack adjuster, use anti-seize
compound on the slack adjuster and camshaft splines if the slack
adjuster gear does not have a grease groove and holes around its
inner diameter.

7 Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance Intervals

Application Interval
Linehaul and General Service Vehicles Q Plus™, Cast Plus™ and Q Series brakes at every 100,000 miles (160 000 km); or every
six months, whichever comes first.
P Series brakes at every 50,000 miles (80 000 km); or every six months, whichever comes first.
General Service and Heavy Service At least every four months, when you replace the seals and reline the brakes.
Vehicles Every two weeks during the first four-month period, inspect for hardened or contaminated grease,
and for the absence of grease, to help determine lubrication intervals.
Lubricate more often for severe-duty applications.
Restricted Service Vehicles Lubricate every six months, at each reline, or at every 10,000 miles (16 000 km), whichever
comes first.
Adjust the Brakes Figure 7.3
TANDEM AXLES FRONT AXLE

Adjust the wheel bearings before you adjust the brakes.
Clean, inspect and adjust the brakes each time you remove a hub.
Check for correct lining-to-drum clearance, push rod travel and
brake balance.
Adjust the brakes when the chamber stroke exceeds CVSA limits,
or as frequently as necessary for correct operation.
Both wheel ends of each axle must
Reline the Brakes have identical drums and lining.
Reline the brakes when the lining thickness is 0.25-inch (6.3 mm) 4000376a
at the thinnest point. The rivets or bolts must not touch the drum.
Figure 7.3
Damage to components will result. Meritor recommends that you
replace the springs, rollers, camshaft bushings and anchor pins at
each reline. Reline the brakes when the lining thickness is 0.25-inch Single Axles
(6.3 mm) at the thinnest point. Replace shoe retainer springs, check Always reline both wheels of a single axle at the same time. Always
the drum, and perform a major inspection when you reline the install the same type linings and drums on both wheels of a single
brakes. axle.
Important Information on Linings and Tandem Axles

Primary Shoe Locations Always reline all four wheels of a tandem axle at the same time.
Always install the same type linings and drums on all four wheels of
Use the Correct Lining Material a tandem axle.
Use the lining material specified by the vehicle manufacturer. This
will help to ensure that the brakes perform correctly and meet
Department of Transportation (DOT) performance regulations.
Also note that the drums and linings on a front axle can be different
than drums and linings on a rear axle. Figure 7.3.

7 Maintenance
Combination Friction Linings Major Overhaul

When you install combination friction linings, you must install the Perform a major overhaul at every second reline, or as necessary.
primary lining on the primary brake shoe. If you install combination Replace the shoe return springs. Replace the damaged or worn
friction linings incorrectly, damage to components will result. parts with genuine Meritor parts. Check the components for the
Carefully follow instructions included with the replacement linings. following conditions.
You can combine brake linings, which means that the linings you
install on the primary shoe will have a different friction rating than 앫 Spiders for distortion and loose bolts
the linings you install on the secondary shoe. However, you must 앫 Anchor pins for wear and correct alignment
install the primary lining on the primary shoe. Carefully follow the
앫 Brake shoes for wear at anchor pin holes or roller slots
instructions included with the replacement combination linings.
앫 Camshafts and camshaft bushings for wear
Primary Shoe Locations 앫 Brake linings for grease on the lining, wear and loose rivets
The first shoe past the camshaft in the direction of wheel rotation is or bolts
the primary shoe. Figure 7.4. The primary shoe can be either at the
앫 Drums for cracks, deep scratches or other damage
top or bottom position, depending on the location of the camshaft.
If the camshaft is behind the axle, the top shoe is the primary shoe.
If the cam is in front of the axle, the top shoe is the primary shoe.
Inspection
Figure 7.4
Before You Return the Vehicle to Service
RIGHT WHEEL ROTATION
WARNING
WHEEL ROTATION WHEEL ROTATION To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection
1. Check the complete air system for worn hoses and connectors.
With the air pressure at 100 psi (689 kPa), the brakes released
and the engine off, tractor air pressure loss must not exceed
two psi (13.8 kPa) per minute. Total tractor and trailer loss
must not exceed three psi (20.7 kPa) per minute.
CAM BEHIND AXLE CAM IN FRONT OF AXLE 2. Verify that the air compressor drive belt is tight. Air system
pressure must rise to approximately 100 psi (689 kPa) in
two minutes.
LEFT WHEEL ROTATION
3. The governor must be checked and set to the specifications
WHEEL ROTATION WHEEL ROTATION supplied by the vehicle manufacturer.
4. Both the tractor and trailer air systems must match the
specifications supplied by the vehicle manufacturer.
5. Both wheel ends of each axle must have the same linings and
drums. All four wheel ends of tandem axles also must have the
same linings and drums. It is not necessary for the front axle
brakes to be the same as the rear drive axle brakes.
Figure 7.5.
CAM IN FRONT OF AXLE CAM BEHIND AXLE
4000375a
Figure 7.4

7 Maintenance
Figure 7.5
TANDEM AXLES FRONT AXLE
Both wheel ends of each axle must

have identical drums and lining.
4000376a
Figure 7.5
6. Always follow the specifications supplied by the vehicle

manufacturer for the correct lining to be used. Vehicle brake
systems must have the correct friction material and these
requirements can change from vehicle to vehicle.
7. The return springs must retract the shoes completely when the
brakes are released. Replace the return springs each time the
brakes are relined. The spring brakes must retract completely
when they are released.
8. The air chamber area multiplied by the length of the automatic
slack adjuster is called the AL factor. This number must be
equal for both ends of a single axle and all four ends of a
tandem axle. Figure 7.6.
Figure 7.6
“A”
“L”
AL FACTOR = A x L
A = AIR CHAMBER AREA
L = LENGTH OF SLACK ADJUSTER
4000377a
Figure 7.6

8 Diagnostics
Troubleshooting
8 Diagnostics
WARNING
when you perform vehicle maintenance and service.
Table K: Cam Brakes, All Models

Symptoms Possible Causes Corrective Actions
The adjusted stroke The slack adjuster part number is incorrect. Check with the warehouse distributor or original
is too long. equipment manufacturer.
No adjustment The clevis is installed at the wrong angle (BSAP or template). Use the correct template or BSAP setting to install
occurs. the clevis correctly.
Wear between the clevis and collar is excessive, more than Replace with a threaded clevis.
0.060-inch (1.52 mm).
The jam nut at the clevis is loose. Tighten to specification.
The clevis pin bushing in the slack arm is worn. The inside Replace the bushing.
diameter of the bushing is larger than 0.53-inch (13.46 mm).
The return spring in the air chamber is weak or broken. Spring Replace the return spring or air chamber.
force must be at least 32 lb (142.4 N) at the first push rod
movement.
The spring brake does not retract fully. Repair or replace the spring brake.
The teeth on the pawl or actuator are worn or stripped. Replace the slack adjuster.
High torque is required to rotate the worm when the slack is Replace the slack adjuster.
removed from the vehicle.
앫 In service slack, maximum worm torque: 45 lb-in (5.09 N폷m)
앫 New or rebuilt slack, maximum worm torque: 25 lb-in
(2.83 N폷m)
Looseness between the camshaft splines and automatic slack Replace the powershaft, gear or automatic slack
adjuster gear is excessive. adjuster as needed.
Components, such as the cam bushing, are worn. Replace the components.
The non-original equipment manufacturer replacement linings Use Meritor-approved linings.
may have excessive swell or growth.
The adjusted stroke The slack adjuster part number is incorrect. Check with the warehouse distributor or original
is too short. equipment manufacturer.
The linings drag. The clevis is installed at the incorrect angle. Use the correct template to install the clevis correctly.
The jam nut at the clevis is loose. Tighten to specification.
The spring brake does not retract fully. Repair or replace the spring brake.
The manual adjustment is incorrect. Adjust the brake.
There is poor contact between the linings and the drum, or the Repair or replace the drums or linings.
drum is out-of-round.
There is a brake temperature imbalance. Correct the brake balance.

9 Specifications
Torque Specifications
9 Specifications
Cam Brakes
Figure 9.1
HOLD DOWN CLIP (2) CAM BRACKET MOUNTING (4)

(some models) 1/2"-13 thread
1/4"-28 thread PUSH ROD LOCKNUT (1)
Grade 8 = 90-120 lb-ft (122-163 N·m)
105-135 lb-in (12-15 N·m) 5/8"-18 thread
Grade 5 = 65-100 lb-ft (88-136 N·m)
25-50 lb-ft (34-68 N·m)
5/8"-18 thread
DUST SHIELD 1/2"-20 thread
Plain nut = 150-190 lb-ft (203-258 N·m)
MOUNTING (4) or (6) 20-30 lb-ft (27-41 N·m)
Locknut = 130-165 lb-ft (176-224 N·m)
(some models)
5/16"-18 thread
12-20 lb-ft (16-27 N·m)
Add camshaft spacing
3/8"-16 thread washers so that slack
Grade 8 = 30-50 lb-ft (41-68 N·m) adjuster is aligned
Grade 5 = 25-35 lb-ft (34-47 N·m)
with air chamber clevis.
ANCHOR PIN
SET SCREW (2)
(some models)
3/8"-16 thread
10 lb-ft (14 N·m)
minimum
ANCHOR PIN (2)

Tapered
3/4"-16 thread
150-180 lb-ft (203-244 N·m)
Straight side
3/4"-16 thread
210-270 lb-ft (285-366 N·m) GREASE FITTING (1)
(some models)
BRAKE MOUNTING BOLTS 1/8" dryseal
3-5 lb-ft (4-7 N·m)
Grade 8 bolts with nuts and two
hardened washers on each bolt.
(Refer to chart below.) Add camshaft spacing
AIR CHAMBER MOUNTING (2) washers to provide no
(Refer to chart below.) more than 0.060" (1.52 mm)
end play.
Table L: Brake Mounting Bolts

Bolt Size, Grade 8 Torque, lb-ft (N폷m)
7/16″-20 60-75 (81-102)
1/2″-20 85-115 (115-156)
9/16″-18 130-165 (176-224)
5/8″-18 180-230 (244-312)
Table M: Air Chamber Mounting, Grade 8 Nuts and Hard Flat Washers
Chamber Size 9 12 16 20 24 30 36 Spring Chamber
Bendix 20-30 lb-ft (27-41 N폷m) 30-45 lb-ft (41-61 N폷m) 45-65 lb-ft (61-88 N폷m) 65-85 lb-ft (88-115 N폷m)
Haldex 35-50 lb-ft (48-68 N폷m) 70-100 lb-ft (95-136 N폷m)
MGM 35-40 lb-ft (48-54 N폷m) 133-155 lb-ft (180-210 N폷m)
Anchorlok/Haldex — 130-150 lb-ft (177-203 N폷m)

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Cam Brakes and Automatic Slack Adjusters

About This Manual ArvinMeritor’s Customer Service Center

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How to Obtain Product and Service

Meritor Maintenance Manual 4 (Revised 01-05)

pg. 34 Section 7: Maintenance

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Item Description Item Description

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16.5-Inch Q Plus™ Cam Brake with Stamped Spiders

Item Description Item Description

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15-Inch Q Series Cam Brakes

Item Description Item Description

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Cast Plus™ Cam Brake

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16.5-Inch P Series Cam Brakes

Item Description Item Description

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15-Inch T Series Cam Brakes

Item Description Item Description

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Automatic Slack Adjusters

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SMALL CLEVIS PIN

JAM ACTUATOR ROD

PULL PAWL ASSEMBLY

GREASE FITTING WORM RETAINING

GEAR RETAINER/SEAL WORM GREASE SEAL

Offset Clevis with Helper Spring

OFFSET CLEVIS CLEVIS

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Components and Operation Cam Brake Models

Cam Brakes Q Plus™ Cam Brakes

At brake actuation, the S-cam rotates and pushes rollers located on

Air Brake Chambers

Spring Brake Chambers

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Cast Plus™ Cam Brakes Figure 2.5

Converting 16.5-Inch Q Series Brakes to the

differences in camshaft diameters and splines — will not allow you

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How to Identify Q Plus™ and Q Series Cam Brakes

Q PLUS™ BRAKES Q SERIES BRAKES

16.5 Q PLUS™ 16.5 Q SERIES

CAM DEEPER POCKET CAM 1.378 DIA.

1.18 DIA. 16.5 INCREASED

CAM PART NUMBER DEEPER CAM 1.164 DIA.

Table A: Component Combinations

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Automatic Slack Adjusters Handed and Unhanded Slack Adjusters

Clevis Types and Thread Sizes

Q Plus™ LX500 and MX500 brake packages include

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Long-Stroke Standard-Stroke Table B: Thread Sizes

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Color-Coded Tie Wrap — Previous Design

When You Replace an Automatic Slack Adjuster

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Sudden release of pressurized air can cause serious personal